CVE-2014-2367: Advantech WebAccess Authentication Bypass Issues
Published Jul 19, 2014
·Updated
The ChkCookie subroutine in an ActiveX control in broadweb/include/gChkCook.asp in Advantech WebAccess before 7.2 allows remote attackers to read arbitrary files via a crafted call.
Affected Software
4 affected components
Advantech Advantech WebAccess<=7.1
Advantech Advantech WebAccess=5.0
Advantech Advantech WebAccess=6.0
Advantech Advantech WebAccess=7.0
Remediation
Information
Advantech released a new WebAccess Installation Package v7.2 on June
6, 2014, that removes some vulnerable ActiveX components and resolves
the vulnerabilities within others. The download link for v7.2 is
available at:
http://webaccess.advantech.com/
Event History
Jul 19, 2014
CVE Published
via MITRE·01:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·01:00 AM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·05:09 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2014-2367?
CVE-2014-2367 is classified as a critical vulnerability due to its potential exploitation by remote attackers.
2
How do I fix CVE-2014-2367?
To mitigate CVE-2014-2367, upgrade Advantech WebAccess to version 7.2 or later.
3
What systems are affected by CVE-2014-2367?
CVE-2014-2367 affects Advantech WebAccess versions 5.0 to 7.1.
4
What type of attack can be executed through CVE-2014-2367?
CVE-2014-2367 allows remote attackers to read arbitrary files from the server.
5
Is there a patch available for CVE-2014-2367?
Yes, a patch is available through updates to Advantech WebAccess version 7.2.